Ricotta & Spinach Rigatoni with Fried Zucchini

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. 2Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. 3Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.
  4. 4Add zucchini slices and fry until golden on both sides.
  5. 5Add zucchini slices and fry until golden on both sides.
  6. 6Add zucchini slices and fry until golden on both sides.
  7. 7Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  8. 8Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  9. 9Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  10. 10Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  11. 11Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  12. 12Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  13. 13Add 1/2 tablespoon salt and cook pasta until just under al dente (about 2 minutes less than package instructions).
  14. 14Add 1/2 tablespoon salt and cook pasta until just under al dente (about 2 minutes less than package instructions).
  15. 15Add 1/2 tablespoon salt and cook pasta until just under al dente (about 2 minutes less than package instructions).
  16. 16In a bowl, mix ricotta, salt, lemon zest, Parmesan, black pepper, and 2 tbsp pasta water until smooth.
  17. 17In a bowl, mix ricotta, salt, lemon zest, Parmesan, black pepper, and 2 tbsp pasta water until smooth.
  18. 18In a bowl, mix ricotta, salt, lemon zest, Parmesan, black pepper, and 2 tbsp pasta water until smooth.
  19. 19In a large pan over medium heat, spray avocado oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  20. 20In a large pan over medium heat, spray avocado oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  21. 21In a large pan over medium heat, spray avocado oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
  22. 22Add spinach and 2 tbsp pasta water, and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and most of the water has evaporated.
  23. 23Add spinach and 2 tbsp pasta water, and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and most of the water has evaporated.
  24. 24Add spinach and 2 tbsp pasta water, and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted and most of the water has evaporated.
  25. 25Add cooked pasta, ricotta mixture, and grated Parmesan.
  26. 26Add cooked pasta, ricotta mixture, and grated Parmesan.
  27. 27Add cooked pasta, ricotta mixture, and grated Parmesan.
  28. 28Stir in 4 tbsp pasta water and cook until the sauce is creamy and pasta is done.
  29. 29Stir in 4 tbsp pasta water and cook until the sauce is creamy and pasta is done.
  30. 30Stir in 4 tbsp pasta water and cook until the sauce is creamy and pasta is done.
  31. 31Serve hot.
  32. 32Serve hot.
  33. 33Serve hot.
  34. 34Top with crispy zucchini, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper (if using), and extra Parmesan.
  35. 35Top with crispy zucchini, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper (if using), and extra Parmesan.
  36. 36Top with crispy zucchini, a drizzle of olive oil, black pepper (if using), and extra Parmesan.

Ingredients

  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 15 oz ricotta
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 1 lemon, zest of
  • 1 lemon, zest of
  • 1 lemon, zest of
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp pasta water
  • 2 tbsp pasta water
  • 2 tbsp pasta water
  • 0.5 lb rigatoni
  • 0.5 lb rigatoni
  • 0.5 lb rigatoni
  • 3 sprays Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Cooking Spray
  • 3 sprays Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Cooking Spray
  • 3 sprays Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Cooking Spray
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup pasta water
  • 1 cup pasta water
  • 1 cup pasta water
  • Salt, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced
  • Chosen Foods Avocado Oil, for frying
  • Chosen Foods Avocado Oil, for frying
  • Chosen Foods Avocado Oil, for frying
  • Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
  • Extra grated Parmesan
  • Extra grated Parmesan
  • Extra grated Parmesan
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

panpaper towel-lined platelarge potbowlfood processor (optional)hand mixer (optional)

Tips

  • For a silkier texture, blend the ricotta mixture using a food processor or hand mixer.
  • Add more pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
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